- Division of Ecological Restoration
The application period for DER’s Culvert Replacement Municipal Assistance Grant Program closed on April 6. DER received applications from 67 communities—nearly 20% of all Massachusetts municipalities, with a total requested amount of $5.7 million. The purpose of this grant program is to encourage municipalities to replace culverts with better designed crossings that meet improved environmental design standards and climate resiliency criteria.
Communities are eligible to apply for funding to support the advancement of one culvert replacement project that intends to meet the goals of the Massachusetts Stream Crossing Standards. Incorporating these Standards into culvert design will improve river function and access for fish and wildlife, and will reduce hazards to public safety, such as flooding, culvert failure, and road washout. Total anticipated funding available for the current grant round is $750,000.
